Project Manager

Job Overview

Title: Project Manager
Sector: Distribution
Seniority: Mid-Senior
Location: San Ramon, CA
Job Type: Hybrid

About the Role

We provide strong onboarding and ongoing support to help our people succeed. We welcome applicants from engineering, construction management, project management, business analytics, scheduling, and anyone who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the scoping, design, construction, and commissioning of large capital projects within the distribution electric utility sector.
• Oversee all aspects of assigned projects, often multi-year and high-profile, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are met.
• Act as an owner’s representative, safeguarding the client’s interests, providing sound advice, and making informed decisions on their behalf.
• Take ownership of the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and delivery.
• Lead regular project meetings and provide clear updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, construction, and project controls.
• Review project scope, contracts, and change orders to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline execution.
• Support permitting, approvals, and coordination with external agencies when required.
• Mentor junior project managers and provide guidance on best practices.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and executive-level updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in utility-focused project management, i.e., distribution, substation, transmission, underground utilities.
• Strong experience building and managing detailed project schedules.
• Working knowledge of cost control, forecasting, and integrated cost/schedule management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate effectively across teams.
• Experience leading projects from initiation through closeout.

Stand Out If You Have

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar credential.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, SAP, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to project challenges.

Compensation & Benefits

$130,000-$180,000 annual salary
Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
401(k) with Company Match
Annual Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)

About TD Thornton

Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor’s team or serving as an owner’s representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a woman–owned and minority-owned company.